1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
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 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon, 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 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Prefect | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
