1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 820 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 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | Palm Beach | V70 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |