1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 812 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2220 mm |
