1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 57 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 65 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, 2009 Daihatsu Copen, 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, both vehicles can yield 101 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palm Beach | Copen |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
