1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1952 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1959 Abarth Renault is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth Renault weights approximately 11 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 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 Renault | 1952 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | Renault | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
