2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1624 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
