1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 292 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 Honda Fit, 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 Honda Fit (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Fit |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
