1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 34 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1992 Citroen ZX, 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
Make | Allard | Citroen |
Model | Palm Beach | ZX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |