1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 46 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 679 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
