1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
