1959 Austin 7 vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 1 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Prefect weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2220 mm |
