1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 18 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Allard | Sunbeam |
Model | Palm Beach | Chamois |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |