1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 478 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
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 Dodge Stratus, 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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | Stratus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |