1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 336 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1951 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Zephyr | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Zephyr | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |