1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 51 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Prefect | Strada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
