1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1984 Saab 99
To start off, 1984 Saab 99 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 99 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Saab 99, 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, 1984 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 1984 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Prefect | 99 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
