1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
