1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VII is newer by 39 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, 1996 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VII 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 145 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII.
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, 1996 Mini MK VII, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Allard | Mini |
| Model | Palm Beach | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
