1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Prefect | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
