1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 52 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 120 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, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2010 Renault Thalia 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. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | Thalia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2473 mm |