1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 755 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
