1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 635 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 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 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 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
Make | Allard | Rover |
Model | Palm Beach | 75 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |