1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 44 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 592 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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Prefect | E |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |