1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 27 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 18 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Ascona |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |