1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Prefect weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | AZ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |
