1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1972 Mazda 110 S is newer by 16 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 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 201 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, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
