1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1987 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 28 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), 1987 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 50 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Prefect | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
