1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 53 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix, 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 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Toyota Matrix 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. 2011 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Palm Beach | Matrix |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |