1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 680 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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2639 mm |
