1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1945 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1957 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 7A weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1957 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 1957 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 7A, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1945 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | 7A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
