1955 Ford Prefect vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Prefect | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Festiva |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2300 mm |