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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 870 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 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 | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
