1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1953 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 245 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1953 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | GTV | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |