1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Ford Prefect weights approximately 207 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1172 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2390 mm |
