1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Lancia Beta, 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta 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 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | Palm Beach | Beta |
Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |