1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Audi Allroad

To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 47 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1119 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 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2006 Audi Allroad 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. 2006 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ford Prefect 2006 Audi Allroad
Make Ford Audi
Model Prefect Allroad
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 31 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 63.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 110 km/hour 236 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1884 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 70 L