1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 49 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
