1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 40 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1996 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | Saxo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |