1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Allard | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Palm Beach | 146 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |