1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 105 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Eagle | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
