1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva 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, 2012 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva
Make Allard Opel
Model Palm Beach Meriva
Year Released 1955 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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