1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Opel Kadett 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 110 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, 1983 Opel Kadett, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Kadett |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |