1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 335 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, 2003 Peugeot 206, 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | 206 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
