1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 951 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Prefect | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |