1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 532 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Yaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |