1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 733 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, 2007 Kia Carens, 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2007 Kia Carens 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. 2007 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Carens |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
