1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 60 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 308 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
