1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1232 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2009 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | Navara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |