1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 34 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 212 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 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Prefect | Vitara |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |