1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 Holden Torana (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Prefect | Torana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
