1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 265 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |