1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 41 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 962 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.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Prefect | B2500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2990 mm |