1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 44 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 108 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 31 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
