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Ford Prefect

General information

ModelFord Prefect
Year1961
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size997 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement997 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power35.00 PS (26 kW or 35 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque71 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 484.1 mm (3.2 x 19.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0450 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight778 kg (1,715.2 pounds)
Overall length3810 mm (150.0 inches)
Overall width1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall height1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Wheelbase2220 mm (87.4 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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