1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Speedster weights approximately 183 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Prefect | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Speedster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |