1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 53 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Vectra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |