1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 47 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | Palm Beach | R2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
