1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 245 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, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2009 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1958 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1958 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | Palm Beach | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1242 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 | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
