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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
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 | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 966 kg |
