1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 56 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 575 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | Palm Beach | Tribute |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |