1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 25 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 493 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
