1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
