1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | CX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |