1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1961 Ford Prefect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 398 kg more than 1961 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Prefect |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |