1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1966 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1966 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1953 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 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1966 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Allard | Subaru |
| Model | Palm Beach | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
