1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 54 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 387 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX, 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, 2008 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | RunX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
