1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 755 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2220 mm |
