1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 270 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, 2011 Fiat Idea, 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 Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea 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 Idea | |
Make | Allard | Fiat |
Model | Palm Beach | Idea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |