1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 16 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palm Beach | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
