1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2002 Citroen Saxo is newer by 47 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, 2002 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
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, 2002 Citroen Saxo, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
