1991 Audi 100 vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2220 mm |
