1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 845 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Allard | Isuzu |
Model | Palm Beach | KB |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1810 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |