1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 560 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 Skoda Superb, 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 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb 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 | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | Palm Beach | Superb |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
