1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 841 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2003 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | Palm Beach | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
