1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 44 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 705 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
