1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 492 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prefect | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
