1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 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, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 323 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
