1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 47 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Will 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, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Will |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
