1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
