1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 18 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 710 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Prefect | GTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |