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 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 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 777 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 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 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 | 1172 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |