1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 33 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, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1948 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, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 323 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
