1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1986 Fiat Regata is newer by 33 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 Fiat Regata. 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, 1986 Fiat Regata, 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 (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Regata |
Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |