1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 48 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 195 kg more 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, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Palm Beach | Neon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
