1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Prefect (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Prefect weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1955 Ford Prefect (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2220 mm |
