1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 15 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 128 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Record |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |