1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2000 Seat Toledo is newer by 45 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Toledo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Seat Toledo, 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, 2000 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Prefect | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Prefect | Toledo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |