1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 29 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | Palm Beach | L |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
