1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 558 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prefect | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
