2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 533 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Prefect |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |