1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 20 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (82 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Golf |
Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 82 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |