1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 612 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
