1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 1966 DAF 44 is newer by 11 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1966 DAF 44 | |
Make | Allard | DAF |
Model | Palm Beach | 44 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |