1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 65 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zephyr | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
