1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie, 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 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Covie |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
