1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 58 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 290 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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Prefect | 500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
