1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 14 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 233 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Zephyr (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zephyr | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | 616 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |