1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (105 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 390 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1953 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 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic, 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, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | Scenic |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |