1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 53 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Alto |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
