1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 53 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 104 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 145 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Allard Palm Beach 2008 Hyundai Accent
Make Allard Hyundai
Model Palm Beach Accent
Year Released 1955 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 1340 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2450 mm


 

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