1981 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
