1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 49 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1155 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 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prefect | L 200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 91.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |