1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 553 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2685 mm |
