1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV6 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
