1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 48 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1290 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 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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. 2004 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | Palm Beach | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3280 mm |
