1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1957 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 MG TD weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1950 MG TD | |
Make | Allard | MG |
Model | Palm Beach | TD |
Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |