2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Prefect |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |