1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1968 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1968 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 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, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1968 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | Palm Beach | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
