1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1976 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1976 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 21 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 73 more horse power than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1976 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 245 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, 1976 NSU Ro 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1976 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Allard | NSU |
Model | Palm Beach | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |