1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 56 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 223 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, 2004 Honda Fit, 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Fit |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
