1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 44 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Ford Prefect weights approximately 207 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1992 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1948 Ford Prefect (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Prefect | Alto |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2180 mm |
