1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1958 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 19 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (149 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1958 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Giulietta | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
