1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 50 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2008 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Spark |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |