1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 550 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Prefect | Marcia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |