1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 49 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 486 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 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 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | Palm Beach | B2300 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |