1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Holden Berlina

To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 792 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Ford Prefect 1999 Holden Berlina
Make Ford Holden
Model Prefect Berlina
Year Released 1961 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 778 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2800 mm


 

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