1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 334 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 Focus, 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 Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Focus |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |