1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 722 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | Serena |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |