1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 722 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2002 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1955 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1955 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Allard | Holden |
Model | Palm Beach | Monaro |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |