1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 55 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 354 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Prefect | Accent |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |