1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 679 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 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Prefect | V50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
