1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Prefect | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |