1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 18 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 620 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
