1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1972 Audi Variant

To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 14 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 18 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.

Because 1958 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 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Allard Palm Beach 1972 Audi Variant
Make Allard Audi
Model Palm Beach Variant
Year Released 1958 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1695 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2500 mm


 

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