1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 16 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 687 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
