1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 59 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 346 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero, 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Prefect | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
