1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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 Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
