1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 825 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |