1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 744 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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prefect | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
