1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 50 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 134 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 15 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, 2008 Fiat 500, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |