1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1968 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1968 Citroen Dyane is newer by 13 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 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1968 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
