1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 138 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, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
