1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 492 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 Lancia Delta, 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 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | Palm Beach | Delta |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |