1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 33 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 211 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Prefect | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
