1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Fiat Punto

To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 52 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 65 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, 2007 Fiat Punto, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Allard Palm Beach 2007 Fiat Punto
Make Allard Fiat
Model Palm Beach Punto
Year Released 1955 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2470 mm


 

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