1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1953 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, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 929 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
