1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 51 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 835 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 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2540 mm |
