1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 29 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 402 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 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
