1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (235 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |