1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1991 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 35 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 800 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1991 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Prefect | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
