1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Prefect | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2634 mm |
