1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 44 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 445 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
