1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 52 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1954 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 1954 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto 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. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Allard | Kia |
Model | Palm Beach | Picanto |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |