1966 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1966 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1966 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 1300 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
