1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 112 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.
Because 1961 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
