1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 48 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1052 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Ford Prefect | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Ford | Luxgen |
Model | Prefect | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1768 mm |