1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
