1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 43 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 785 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 1953 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 1953 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Ford Prefect | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prefect | Diamante |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |