1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 51 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 243 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, 2004 Citroen C2, 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, 2004 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 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 | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | C2 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
