1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 45 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 706 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
