1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Fiat Siena

To start off, 2001 Fiat Siena is newer by 45 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, 2001 Fiat Siena (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Siena weights approximately 504 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, 2001 Fiat Siena, 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Siena. (87 Nm). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Allard Palm Beach 2001 Fiat Siena
Make Allard Fiat
Model Palm Beach Siena
Year Released 1956 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 1089 cc
Horse Power 47 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 87 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1344 kg


 

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