1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,990 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, 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, 1973 Citroen GS (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1973 Citroen GS | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | GS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |