1961 Ford Prefect

• Engine: A 4-cylinder inline, overhead valve (OHV) engine with a displacement of 997 cc, featuring a bore and stroke of 80.96 mm x 48.41 mm, producing 39 bhp at 5,000 rpm.
• Transmission: Rear-wheel drive system with a 4-speed manual gearbox, equipped with synchromesh for the top three gears.
• Performance: Capable of a maximum speed of approximately 72.9 mph, with an acceleration from 0-60 mph in about 27.2 seconds.
• Brakes: Hydraulic 8-inch drum brakes on all wheels.
• Suspension: Macpherson-type front suspension with coil springs and semi-elliptic leaf springs on the rear, complemented by telescopic dampers.

The dimensions include a wheelbase of 7 ft 3 in, an overall length of 12 ft 5.7 in, and an unladen weight of 15.75 cwt. The model features a robust all-steel monocoque chassis and offers an option for lower compression ratio in the engine. While largely consistent with earlier versions, the 1961 model reflects the final phase of the Prefect’s production.