1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 292 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 Peugeot 405, 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 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Prefect | 405 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |