1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 24 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 235 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Prefect | Horizon |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |