1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1957 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 467 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1950 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | 2CV |
Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |