1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (95 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Volvo 140 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Prefect | 140 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
