1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1954 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1959 Abarth 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1954 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 750 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
