1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 is newer by 31 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, 1987 Renault 11 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11 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 15 kg more than 1987 Renault 11.
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, 1987 Renault 11, 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1987 Renault 11 | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | 11 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |