1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 29 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1080 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 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Prefect | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
