1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 31 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. 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, 1988 Renault 4, 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1988 Renault 4 | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | 4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |