1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 38 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 130 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
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1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Applause | Prefect |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |