1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 58 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 149 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, 2013 Chevrolet Spark, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | Spark |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2375 mm |
