1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 835 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Blazer |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |