1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1974 Triumph Dolomite 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 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 170 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 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Prefect | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
