1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rondo weights approximately 445 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, 2011 Kia Rondo, 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Allard Palm Beach 2011 Kia Rondo
Make Allard Kia
Model Palm Beach Rondo
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1507 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 60 L


 

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