1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 23 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Allard | Skoda |
| Model | Palm Beach | L |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
