1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 21 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | Palm Beach | Accord |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |