1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 57 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1341 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 2013 Hyundai Equus 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. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Prefect | Equus |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3045 mm |