1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 312 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 1994 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
