1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1999 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 650 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 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 1999 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | Palm Beach | Outback |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
