1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1949 Simca 6
To start off, 1953 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 310 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1949 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Allard | Simca |
| Model | Palm Beach | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
