1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1974 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1974 Austin Allegro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin Allegro, 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, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 1974 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Allard | Austin |
| Model | Palm Beach | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
