1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 701 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, 2006 Honda FR-V, 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
