1979 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 345 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2220 mm |
