1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 46 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 225 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Fit |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
