1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 353 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, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Prefect | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
