1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 42 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 735 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.
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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect. 1999 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Prefect | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Prefect | 3111 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |