1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 51 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 165 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, 2006 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Allard | Suzuki |
Model | Palm Beach | Swift |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |