1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 20 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 143 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palm Beach | Taft |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
