1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 352 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Prefect | Colt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
