1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 42 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1125 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 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Prefect | Musso |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
