2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1953 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1953 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | GT | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
