1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 585 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prefect | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
