1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 49 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 965 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2002 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
