1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 738 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Prefect | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
