1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 644 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 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 Ford Mondeo 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. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |