1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Audi A2
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 47 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2, 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 (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Audi A2 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | A2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |