1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 53 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Allard | Smart |
| Model | Palm Beach | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |
