1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 34 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1991 Audi 80, 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, 1991 Audi 80 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 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 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | 80 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |