1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2016 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Palm Beach | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 108 L |