1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 57 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 507 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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 Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |