1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 31 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore, 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 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palm Beach | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2160 mm |
