1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1968 Renault 8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | Palm Beach | 8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
