1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1994 Audi Coupe

To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 42 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 290 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, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe 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 1994 Audi Coupe
Make Allard Audi
Model Palm Beach Coupe
Year Released 1952 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2560 mm


 

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