1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 787 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Prefect | Passat |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |