1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1952 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1952 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 164 | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |