1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 53 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota iQ weights approximately 60 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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | iQ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 32 L |
