1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 44 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Palm Beach | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 41 L |
