1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1987 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 28 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 270 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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo, 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, 1987 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1987 Plymouth Turismo | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Prefect | Turismo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |