1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Palm Beach | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |