1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 48 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 (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 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 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |