1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Prefect weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Corsa |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |