1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Mazda Carol 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | Palm Beach | Carol |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |