1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 725 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 Ford Fusion, 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 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |