1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 30 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 279 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, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Prefect | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
