1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1991 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 696 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1952 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 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1991 Chevrolet APV (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1991 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | APV |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
