1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze 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 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) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
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 Holden Cruze, 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Allard | Holden |
| Model | Palm Beach | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
