1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1952 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 284 kg more than 1952 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1952 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | Graduate | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |