1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 41 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 365 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, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | Palm Beach | Prelude |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |