1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 50 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 97 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.
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, 2000 Mercury Mystique, 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Mystique |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |