1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 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 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 205 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 294 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 Peugeot 205, 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 Peugeot 205 (212 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 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 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Allard | Peugeot |
Model | Palm Beach | 205 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |