1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1962 Mini Countryman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Mini Countryman, 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, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Allard | Mini |
Model | Palm Beach | Countryman |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |