1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 590 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Prefect | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |