1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 43 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 807 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Prefect | 9 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |