1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2003 Toyota Allion is newer by 42 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Allion (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Allion weights approximately 362 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 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, 2003 Toyota Allion, 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, 2003 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2003 Toyota Allion 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. 2003 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | Allion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
