1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 459 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | 307 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
