1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 636 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 596 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 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Prefect | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1140 mm |
