1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 656 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, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Prefect | C4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |