1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 64 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 918 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 1948 Ford Prefect 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 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Prefect | 159 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
