1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | Palm Beach | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
