1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 48 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue 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, 2007 Saturn Vue, 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2007 Saturn Vue 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. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Prefect | Vue |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |