1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade 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 110 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
Model | Palm Beach | Charade |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |