2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 54 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 591 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2220 mm |
