1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 27 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 410 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, 1979 Saab 900, 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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 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 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
Make | Allard | Saab |
Model | Palm Beach | 900 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |