1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1968 Saab Sonett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Because 1952 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 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, 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, 1968 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Allard | Saab |
Model | Palm Beach | Sonett |
Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 58.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |