1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 26 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 249 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, 1985 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Prefect | 2104 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |