1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. 2003 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1954 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | Palm Beach | 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
