1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2008 Ford Focus 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. 2008 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Focus |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |