1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 57 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 381 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1954 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Zephyr | Cuore |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |