1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Prefect | Musso |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
