1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 513 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Allard | Mini |
| Model | Palm Beach | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2595 mm |
