1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 44 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | Palm Beach | Musso |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
