1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2001 Kia Magentis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Magentis weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis, 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, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2001 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 1955 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1955 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Allard | Kia |
| Model | Palm Beach | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
