1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 811 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | Nitro |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |