1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1971 Lancia 2000 is newer by 16 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Lancia 2000. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1955 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000, 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | Palm Beach | 2000 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |