1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 1989 Holden Nova is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1958 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 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1989 Holden Nova | |
Make | Allard | Holden |
Model | Palm Beach | Nova |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1020 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 |