1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 50 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Prefect | Solstice |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |