1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 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, 1964 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Crown |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
