1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 65 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 Opel Agila, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Opel Agila | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Agila |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |