1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1964 Trabant Universal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 305 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Trabant Universal, 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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Allard | Trabant |
Model | Palm Beach | Universal |
Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |