1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 1995 Mazda 121 is newer by 38 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, 1995 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121.
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, 1995 Mazda 121, 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, 1995 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 121 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 | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | Palm Beach | 121 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |