1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 42 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Because 1950 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Festiva |
Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2300 mm |