1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 45 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 995 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Prefect | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |