1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 168 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Prefect | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
