1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 43 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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 165 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1955 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Abarth | Allard |
Model | Stola | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |