2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach

To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 52 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 770 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.

Because 1955 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 1955 Allard Palm Beach
Make Alfa Romeo Allard
Model Spider Palm Beach
Year Released 2007 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2386 cc 3442 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2440 mm


 

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