1957 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 44 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 580 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Prefect | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
