1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 850 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, 2000 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2000 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Prefect | Zeta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |