2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1958 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1958 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 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1958 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 166 | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |