1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 48 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 402 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 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Prefect | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
