1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | Spider | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |