1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | Palm Beach | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |