1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 745 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Prefect | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |