1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 28 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 435 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Prefect | 25 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
