1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 852 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 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | Palm Beach | V70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
