1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 307 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |