2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 635 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, 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 (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 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 | 1435 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
