1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 54 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1275 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 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Allard | Hyundai |
| Model | Palm Beach | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
