1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 49 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 705 kg more than 1951 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Zephyr | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Zephyr | Rexton |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |