1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Abarth | Allard |
| Model | 124 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
