1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1953 Ford Crestline
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Crestline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Crestline would be higher. At 3,929 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Crestline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Ford Crestline. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Crestline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Crestline weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1953 Ford Crestline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Crestline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
