1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Citroen C2

To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach 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 4 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 116 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, 2002 Citroen C2, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Allard Palm Beach 2002 Citroen C2
Make Allard Citroen
Model Palm Beach C2
Year Released 1957 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2320 mm


 

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