1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1997 Mazda 626

To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 41 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 310 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, 1997 Mazda 626, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Allard Palm Beach 1997 Mazda 626
Make Allard Mazda
Model Palm Beach 626
Year Released 1956 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1840 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2620 mm


 

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