1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 535 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 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Allard | Skoda |
Model | Palm Beach | Octavia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |