1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 265 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | Spider | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |