1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 54 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 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (114 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Aveo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |