1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 52 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1085 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Prefect | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
