1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1953 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | Palm Beach | Accord |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |