1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 52 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 440 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Megane, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | Megane |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |