2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2220 mm |
