1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Samara weights approximately 142 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, 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, 1995 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Prefect | Samara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
