1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 32 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (54 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett 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 2 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett.
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, 1985 Opel Kadett, 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (89 Nm). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | Palm Beach | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
