1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 55 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1069 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Allard | SsangYong |
| Model | Palm Beach | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
