1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1958 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 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic, 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | Scenic |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |