1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 44 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 675 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 2003 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Prefect | 75 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |