1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1982 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
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, 1982 Citroen Visa, 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1982 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | Visa |
Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |