1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 39 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 285 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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | CRX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
