1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 26 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1955 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | Palm Beach | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
