1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1965 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 477 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Crown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
