1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 518 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Prefect | Delta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |