1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 51 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 548 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, 1999 Kia Joice, 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Prefect | Joice |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |