1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 29 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX 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 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | Palm Beach | AX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
