1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 60 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 645 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius 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 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Palm Beach | Prius |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |