1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II

To start off, 2003 Renault Scenic II is newer by 50 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 350 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, 2003 Renault Scenic II, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Allard Palm Beach 2003 Renault Scenic II
Make Allard Renault
Model Palm Beach Scenic II
Year Released 1953 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2740 mm


 

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