1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 267 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit, 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2220 mm |
