1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 64 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 377 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, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Prefect | i30 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
