1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 44 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Cielo | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
