1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 MG ZT
To start off, 2004 MG ZT is newer by 52 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), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 645 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, 2004 MG ZT, 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, 2004 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT 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 | 2004 MG ZT | |
| Make | Allard | MG |
| Model | Palm Beach | ZT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
