1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 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 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Prefect weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, 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, 1986 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2230 mm |
