1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 48 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1226 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 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1958 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1958 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | Palm Beach | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
