1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2002 Opel Frogster 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frogster (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frogster weights approximately 418 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, 2002 Opel Frogster, 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, 2002 Opel Frogster (220 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Frogster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2002 Opel Frogster 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. 2002 Opel Frogster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | Palm Beach | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
