1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 437 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 Renault 25, 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 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Prefect | 25 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
