1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 56 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster 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.
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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Prefect | Duster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2673 mm |