1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 22 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry 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.
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, 1981 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | Cherry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |