1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1971 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 404 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1971 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Allard | Peugeot |
| Model | Palm Beach | 404 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
