1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Renault 4 is newer by 20 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Prefect weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Renault 4.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 4, 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, 1959 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1979 Renault 4 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Prefect | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |