1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Prefect weights approximately 46 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
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 Starlet, 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 Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Prefect | Starlet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |