1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Titan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3560 mm |
