1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 48 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 485 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | Palm Beach | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
