1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 61 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 306 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Zephyr | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
