1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 644 kg more than 1954 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
