1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2002 Fiat Seicento, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Seicento |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |