1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 990 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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Venza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2775 mm |