1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1957 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |