1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1978 Fiat 127
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 20 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. 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, 1978 Fiat 127, 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1978 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | 127 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |