1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Kia Spectra5
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra5 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra5, 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, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (180 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2005 Kia Spectra5 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Spectra5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
