1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1952 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
