1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 53 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
