1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 939 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Prefect | Actyon |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
