1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2003 Nissan Primera is newer by 51 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 75 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Primera weights approximately 306 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, 2003 Nissan Primera, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Allard Palm Beach 2003 Nissan Primera
Make Allard Nissan
Model Palm Beach Primera
Year Released 1952 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2690 mm


 

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