1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Prefect | 305 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |