1955 Ford Prefect vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Prefect weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 ZAZ Slavuta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Ford | ZAZ |
| Model | Prefect | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2330 mm |
