1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 370 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1955 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Graduate | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 880 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 |
