1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 218 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (180 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | Palm Beach | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1183 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
