2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
Model | 147 | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |