1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 50 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 769 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Allard | Hyundai |
| Model | Palm Beach | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
