1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 24 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL.
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, 1979 Subaru DL, 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1979 Subaru DL | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Palm Beach | DL |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |