1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1971 Fiat 128 is newer by 18 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, 1971 Fiat 128 (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128.
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, 1971 Fiat 128, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | 128 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |