1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Zephyr | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |