1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 63 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 447 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, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prefect | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
