1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 59 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2011 Suzuki Splash, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Splash |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
