1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 19 L |
