1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan 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 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan 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.
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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |