1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Polo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |