1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 22 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2220 mm |
