2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 477 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Fiorino | Prefect |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |