1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 418 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | 616 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
