1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 32 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 495 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | SZ | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
