1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1978 Audi 100
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 25 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1978 Audi 100 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | 100 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |