1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 54 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 840 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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2007 Fiat Croma 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. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Prefect | Croma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
