1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
