1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1966 Lotus Elan is newer by 9 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 1,556 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Allard | Lotus |
| Model | Palm Beach | Elan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
