1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 56 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, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xD weights approximately 311 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, 2011 Scion xD, 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, 2011 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Scion xD 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. 2011 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Allard | Scion |
| Model | Palm Beach | xD |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2461 mm |
