1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Holden Barina is newer by 48 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 295 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, 2005 Holden Barina, 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, 2005 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Prefect | Barina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
