1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 404 kg more than 1960 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Celica |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |