1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1993 Audi 80
To start off, 1993 Audi 80 is newer by 39 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi 80 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi 80 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 1993 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, 1993 Audi 80 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 1993 Audi 80 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | 80 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1370 kg |