1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 51 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 602 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 1958 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 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Prefect | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |