1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 52 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 43 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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | 607 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
