1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 52 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 715 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Allard Palm Beach 2010 Fiat Croma
Make Allard Fiat
Model Palm Beach Croma
Year Released 1958 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 62 L


 

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