1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 370 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Prefect |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |