1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 24 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 1982 Dodge 600, 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | 600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |