1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 25 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 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. 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, 1983 Ford Orion, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1983 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Orion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
