1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1957 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 6C | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1943 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |