1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.

Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Ford Prefect 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Prefect Land Cruiser
Year Released 1961 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 3190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 90 L