1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 51 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 671 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, 2008 Kia Spectra, 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, 2008 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra 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 | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | Palm Beach | Spectra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |