1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 100 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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |