1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 29 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 40 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 313 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1986 Subaru XT, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Subaru XT | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Palm Beach | XT |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |