1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 37 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, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Prefect weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1955 Ford Prefect (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Cinquecento | Prefect |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |