1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Prefect | 200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
