1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 400 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |