1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 42 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
