1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 545 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |