1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 284 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | 616 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
