1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1060 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 Lancia Phedra, 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 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Prefect | Phedra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |