1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 589 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prefect | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
