1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1997 Ford Ka
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka.
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, 1997 Ford Ka, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1997 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Ka |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
