1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Scion iQ
To start off, 2012 Scion iQ is newer by 54 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, 2012 Scion iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion iQ weights approximately 85 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, 2012 Scion iQ, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Allard | Scion |
| Model | Palm Beach | iQ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 32 L |
