1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 54 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 320 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, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra 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 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Tigra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |