1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Prefect | Korando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |