1954 Abarth Simca vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1956 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 22 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Simca | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | Simca | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
