1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 55 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1250 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Prefect | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Prefect | Rexton |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |