1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
