1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 645 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |
