1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo 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 | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |