1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 41 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 49 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 334 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, 1993 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1993 Saab 900 | |
Make | Allard | Saab |
Model | Palm Beach | 900 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |