1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Prefect | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |