2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1601 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2220 mm |
