1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 56 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1953 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
