1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 53 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1874 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Armada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 105 L |
