1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 780 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 Equinox, 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 Equinox (285 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
