2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1960 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |
