1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Audi 80
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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 12 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 56 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, 1986 Audi 80, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Audi 80 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | 80 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
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 | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |