1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 594 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palm Beach | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
