1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 805 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 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2003 Toyota Highlander 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. 2003 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Palm Beach | Highlander |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |