1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 263 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Camry |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
