1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 746 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 1957 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
