1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1977 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 305 is newer by 23 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 7 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1977 Peugeot 305, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 1977 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Allard | Peugeot |
Model | Palm Beach | 305 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |