1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 31 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 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, 1986 Citroen Mehari, 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 (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | Mehari |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |