1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
