1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 53 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 369 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, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 2009 Honda CR-V 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. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Prefect | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |