1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1990 Holden Nova
To start off, 1990 Holden Nova is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Nova weights approximately 49 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Nova, 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1990 Holden Nova | |
Make | Allard | Holden |
Model | Palm Beach | Nova |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |