1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 340 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1956 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1956 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | Palm Beach | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
