1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Prefect | 323 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |