1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 486 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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Versa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2601 mm |
