1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1990 Ginetta G32

To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 34 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 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 84 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (145 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1990 Ginetta G32 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 1990 Ginetta G32
Make Allard Ginetta
Model Palm Beach G32
Year Released 1956 1990
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1508 cc 1905 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 145 Nm
Top Speed 161 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 756 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2220 mm


 

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