1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 44 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 620 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, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Prefect | Joice |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |