1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 53 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 591 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |