1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 13 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 166 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | 121 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
