1990 Citroen AX vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 34 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Prefect weights approximately 43 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX.
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, 1990 Citroen AX, 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, 1990 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 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 | 722 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |
