1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 55 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Allard | Pontiac |
Model | Palm Beach | Vibe |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |