1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 30 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 1983 Citroen CX, 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX 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 | 1983 Citroen CX | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | CX |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |