1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 770 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 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Prefect | Salsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |