1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 800 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1954 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 1954 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |