1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Allard | Land Rover |
Model | Palm Beach | Defender |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |