1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 13 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 206 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
