1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 49 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2006 Mercury Mariner 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. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Allard | Mercury |
| Model | Palm Beach | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
