1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |