1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 577 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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2000 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Prefect | Magnus |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |