1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 54 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 658 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, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2007 Peugeot 307 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. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Allard | Peugeot |
Model | Palm Beach | 307 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |