1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 22 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 282 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.
Because 1960 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
