1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 53 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 311 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero, 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Prefect | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 174 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
