1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 48 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | Palm Beach | K2700 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2665 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |