1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 30 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 145 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 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
