1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Prefect | 159 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
