2003 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 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 | 1662 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
