1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zodiac | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |