1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 590 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 Toyota Tazz, 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 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Tazz |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1296 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |