1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 670 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Prefect | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
