1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 272 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Honda Civic, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Palm Beach | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
