1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 24 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 642 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 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
