1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 22 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Allard | Plymouth |
Model | Palm Beach | Horizon |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |