1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 302 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, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
