1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1967 Audi Variant
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 14 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 71 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. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1967 Audi Variant, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1967 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | Variant |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
