1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 34 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 650 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.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |