2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1457 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Prefect |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2220 mm |