1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 55 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 227 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Polo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |