1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 46 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 195 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, 1998 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1998 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Scudo 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 | 1998 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Scudo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |