1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 40 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Griffith weights approximately 295 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Griffith |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |