1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1955 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 151 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | Palm Beach | CJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
