1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 134 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | GTV | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
