1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 478 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, 2010 Scion tC, 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2010 Scion tC 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. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Allard | Scion |
| Model | Palm Beach | tC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
