1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Prefect | XL7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |