1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 40 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (114 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Allard | Lancia |
Model | Palm Beach | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 114 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |