1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1952 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 47 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 320 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1952 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 146 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
