1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe
To start off, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe is newer by 46 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 2,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong W Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (219 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe weights approximately 455 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, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe, 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, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (318 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong W Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 SsangYong W Coupe | |
Make | Allard | SsangYong |
Model | Palm Beach | W Coupe |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1295 kg |