1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1961 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | 929 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
