1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1957 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1957 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Abarth | Allard |
Model | 1600 | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |