1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 52 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 765 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
