1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 62 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 647 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, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
