1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ford Prefect (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Ford Prefect weights approximately 347 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Ford Prefect (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Prefect | Chante |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |