1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 61 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 658 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
