1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2, 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2489 mm |
