1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 634 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
