1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 46 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1110 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Allard | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palm Beach | Montero |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
