1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 234 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 1972 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Prius |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |