1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 48 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1225 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey, 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
