1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 57 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1003 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
