1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | 307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
