1959 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1959 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Spider | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
