1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1958 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 29 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1958 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 1958 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1958 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 164 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 965 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 |
