1957 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 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 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 616 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
