1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 46 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
