1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1999 Subaru Vivio is newer by 45 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 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Prefect weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1999 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1954 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2320 mm |
