1960 Ford Prefect vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 35 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 878 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
