1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 945 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Prefect | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Prefect | Sharan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |