1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 51 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Navara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3210 mm |
