1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 32 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 225 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.
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, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | 309 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
