1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 56 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 65 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 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | Palm Beach | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
