1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l

To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l is newer by 42 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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 (285 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Allard Palm Beach 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l
Make Allard Daihatsu
Model Palm Beach Micros 3l
Year Released 1957 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 120 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 570 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 1570 mm


 

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