1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 58 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 998 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Captiva |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |