1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 880 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Prefect | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |