1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 24 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 119 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Panda |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 67.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 32 L |