1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 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 76 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 255 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palm Beach | Magna |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |