1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 330 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 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Prefect | Agila |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 153 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 | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |