1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1955 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Corsa |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1795 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1100 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |