1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1962 Triumph TR4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach 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 87 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 45 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Allard | Triumph |
Model | Palm Beach | TR4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |