2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 799 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | Spider | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 38 L |
