1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 30 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Allard | Peugeot |
Model | Palm Beach | 309 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |