1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 252 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, 1989 Ford Capri, 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri 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 | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Capri |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
