2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada, 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 Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
