1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 47 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 307 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |