1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1963 DKW Junior is newer by 10 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 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 37 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. 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, 1963 DKW Junior, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1963 DKW Junior | |
Make | Allard | DKW |
Model | Palm Beach | Junior |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2180 mm |