1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1995 Honda Accord

To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 157 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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Allard Palm Beach 1995 Honda Accord
Make Allard Honda
Model Palm Beach Accord
Year Released 1955 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 136 HP
Torque 285 Nm 184 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1122 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2510 mm