1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (100 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 755 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, 2002 Opel Signum, 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, 2002 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum 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 | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Signum |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |