1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 492 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 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
