1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 49 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1337 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Allard | SsangYong |
Model | Palm Beach | Rodius |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |