1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Prefect weights approximately 78 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
