1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 415 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 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Prefect | Terios |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |