1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 40 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 767 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
