1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 55 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 435 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Sonic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 46 L |