1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Prefect | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
