1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Allard | Triumph |
Model | Palm Beach | Herald |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |