1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 55 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, 2009 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 110 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 1954 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 1954 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | C2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
