1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 440 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Golf |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |