1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 39 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 860 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Allard | SsangYong |
Model | Palm Beach | Musso |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |