1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 620 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1956 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1956 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Palm Beach | Avensis |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |