1955 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3200 mm |
