1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 59 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1187 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, 2007 Kia Carnival, 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |
