1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 26 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (81 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 555 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 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1956 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1956 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | Palm Beach | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
