1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1967 TVR Vixen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 TVR Vixen weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 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, 1967 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Vixen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |