1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 11 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 1,159 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 77 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Holden Torana (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Prefect | Torana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
