1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 58 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect.
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, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Insight |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
