1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 50 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1958 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1958 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Allard | SsangYong |
Model | Palm Beach | Musso |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |