1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1952 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Allard | Rover |
Model | Palm Beach | 400 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |