1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 46 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palm Beach | Colt |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |