1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 57 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 879 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Captiva |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |