1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 49 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 487 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 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Prefect | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
