1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 230 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | Xsara |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |