1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 54 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
