1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 54 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 385 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |