1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulia | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
