1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 952 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 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Prefect | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
