1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 12 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 160 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Allard | Steyr |
| Model | Palm Beach | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1510 mm |
