1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2220 mm |
