1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 30 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 81 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Palm Beach | 1.8 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |