1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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, 2005 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | 107 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
