1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 395 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
