1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 20 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 146 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | 128 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |