1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 722 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Prefect | CR-V |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2202 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |