1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 632 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 1999 Ford Mustang 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. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |