1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |