1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano 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 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Tata Nano | |
Make | Allard | Tata |
Model | Palm Beach | Nano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |