1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 206 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka.
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 Ford Ka, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Ka |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
