1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 53 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 702 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Allard | Hyundai |
| Model | Palm Beach | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
