1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2005 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2005 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Prefect | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
