1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 54 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 805 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, 2006 Fiat Siena, 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, 2006 Fiat Siena (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Allard | Fiat |
| Model | Palm Beach | Siena |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
