1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 443 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | Palm Beach | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
