1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1961 Austin A 99 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Prefect |
Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |