1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 275 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, 1982 Holden Camira, 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, 1982 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1982 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Prefect | Camira |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |