1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 53 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 533 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Prefect | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
