1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 765 kg |
